Match the methods of performance appraisal given in List - I with the explanations given in the List - II : Codes : (a) (b) (c) (d)List - I List - II (a) Behaviourally Anchored Rating Scale (BARS) (i) Evaluator keeps a log of critical incidents to evaluate performance (b) Management By Objectives (MBO) (ii) Evaluator indicates on a scale how often the appraise was actually observed engaging in the specific behaviours already identified (c) Critical incident method (iii) Evaluator rates on the scale described in the form of critical incidents (d) Behaviour observation scale (iv) Systematic and organized approach that allows management to focus on achievable goals
(iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
(a) BARS: the points on the rating scale are anchored by descriptions of critical incidents (good and poor behaviour), and the evaluator rates on that scale. So (a) → (iii).
(b) MBO: a systematic, organised approach where superior and subordinate jointly set achievable goals and performance is judged against them. So (b) → (iv).
(c) Critical incident method: the evaluator records a log of notable effective and ineffective incidents during the period and uses it to appraise. So (c) → (i).
(d) Behaviour observation scale: the evaluator indicates how frequently the appraisee was observed showing each of a set of predefined behaviours. So (d) → (ii).
The matching is (a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(i), (d)-(ii).
Hence, the answer is (iii) (iv) (i) (ii).
Match the items of List - I with the items of List - II :
| List - I | List - II |
| (a) Giri Approach | (i) The utility of non-violence as the means of conflict resolution. |
| (b) Industrial Sociology Approach | (ii) Organizations are made up of people and the success of management lies in its dealing with these people. |
| (c) Gandhian Approach | (iii) Voluntary negotiations between employers and employees are a means of settling disputes. |
| (d) Human Relations Approach | (iv) Investigating the underlying trends and patterns in the cause and effect of industrial disputes. |
Codes :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Match the items of List - I with List - II :
| List - I | List - II |
| (a) INTUC | (i) 1920 |
| (b) AITUC | (ii) 1947 |
| (c) CITU | (iii) 1955 |
| (d) BMS | (iv) 1970 |
Codes :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Identify the correct combinations from the following :
| Skills | Training and Development Methods | Target Trainees | |
| (a) | Knowledge | Deliberation/Lecture | Managerial |
| (b) | Multi-skills | Vestibule training | Operative |
| (c) | Decision-making skills | Management game | Managerial |
| (d) | Behavioural skills | Sensitivity training | Supervisory |
Codes :
Match the items of List - I with the items of List - II :
| List - I | List - II |
| Conventional HRM | Strategic HRM |
| (a) Staff specialists | (i) Fast and proactive |
| (b) Slow and reactive | (ii) People and knowledge |
| (c) Capital and products | (iii) Line managers |
| (d) Cost centre | (iv) Investment centre |
Codes :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Which among the following are not part of staffing process ?
(a) Human Resource Planning
(b) Recruitment
(c) Selection
(d) Induction and Orientation
(e) Training and Development
(f) Performance Appraisal
(g) Transfers
(h) Separations
Codes :
Assertion (A) : Job evaluation is essentially a job rating process, not unlike the rating of employees.
Reasoning (R): Job evaluation is a practice which seeks to provide a degree of objectivity in measuring the comparative value of jobs within an organisation and among similar organisations.
Which one of the following is not a major punishment ?
Behaviourally Anchored Rating Scale is a technique used for :
The method of training in crafts, trades and technical areas is known as :
Which one of the following is a traditional method for selection of personnel ?
| List – I | List – II |
| a. Procurement | i. Performance appraisal |
| b. Development | ii. Discipline |
| c. Integration | iii. Induction |
| d. Maintenance | iv. Personnel research |
Following steps are undertaken for developing a workforce score card.
(a) Identify critical and carefully defined outcome measures.
(b) Translate the measures into specific actions and outcomes.
(c) Identify high and low performing employees.
(d) Develop and communicate detailed description of what is expected.
(e) Develop supporting HRM and measurement systems.
What is the correct chronological order of these steps ?
Read the following passage and answer the questions :
The Chairman astonished HR leaders by announcing the company’s discontinuation of annual reviews, substituting them with immediate feedback, goal-oriented coaching and weekly incentives. This transformation, once considered heretical, has gained widespread acceptance: around one-third of U.S. companies, including Adobe, Deloitte, GE, Microsoft and PwC, have transitioned from inflexible annual evaluations to regular, informal assessments. Conventional performance evaluations, previously effective for determining compensation and recognizing talent, have evolved into expensive, bureaucratic processes that are unpopular among both employees and managers. Critics contend that they prioritize historical conduct over prospective development, hinder collaboration and do not fulfill commercial requirements. Originating from the military’s merit rating system, performance appraisals have transitioned between accountability and development, influenced by variables including inflation, compulsory ranking at GE, executive compensation reforms and the competitive pursuit of talent. Currently, low inflation, streamlined organizational structures, agile work methodologies and the necessity for ongoing innovation have made annual reviews redundant. Organizations are currently emphasizing agility, collaboration, and personnel development, concentrating on continuous dialogue and immediate objective. Despite ongoing challenges-such as bias, salary discrepancies and inadequate supervisor training-organizations that implement continuous feedback mechanisms experience enhanced satisfaction, superior coaching and greater alignment with corporate objectives. The transition signifies a necessity: performance management must adapt to cultivate future talent.
__________ is a profile of job holders department-wise and offers a snapshot of who will replace if there is a job opening.